Big Benefits of PRP Therapy
Since platelet-rich plasma therapy lets your body assert control over the healing process, it doesn’t always yield fast results. However, even though PRP typically necessitates receiving a small series of injections over the course of several months, it offers clear-cut advantages over more invasive procedures, such as:
- Safety. Platelet-rich plasma is considered a form of “autologous substance.” In other words, it isn’t a synthetic compound or a prescription drug—it’s a serum taken from your own body. Consequently, it presents a low risk of side-effect-related complications.
- Efficiency. Podiatrists and medical researchers are still working to understand the full extent of PRP therapy’s many applications, but studies suggest that up to 85 percent of patients who receive this treatment report a rapid and near-immediate improvement in their symptoms.
- Convenience. If our podiatrists recommend PRP, we’ll create a plan that’s unique to you and your injury. You may have to come back into the office several times to receive additional injections, but you won’t need to take time away from work to recover. Most people leave their appointments and immediately resume their daily routine without any significant activity restrictions.
How to Decide If PRP Therapy Is Right for You
Before recommending PRP, our experienced team conducts a thorough physical examination to confirm your diagnosis and ensure that any prescribed treatment is targeting the source of your symptoms.
Certain health conditions can also present a bigger risk of complications. You may not be a good candidate for PRP if you have:
Some platelet-related disorders, especially those that cause low platelet counts or make it more difficult for your body to form clots, could also disqualify you from receiving platelet-rich plasma therapy. Trust that our professionals will work with you to find the most appropriate treatment.